Before lifting, make sure that equipment parts (hook and vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are not loosened or lost.
ALWAYS make sure crane or lifting device has been properly secured to the lifting bail (hook) of the equipment.
NEVER lift the equipment while the engine is running.
Use adequate lifting cable (wire or rope) of sufficient strength.
Use one point suspension hook and lift straight upwards.
NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath the equipment while lifting.
Do not to lift machine to unnecessary heights.
ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting.
TYPICAL
PLATE COMPACTOR
Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to prevent fuel from spilling.
Drain fuel when transporting equipment over long distances or bad roads.
ALWAYS tie down the equipment during transport by securing the equipment with rope.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
REFUELING
FUEL
FUEL
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running machine.
ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool before servicing.
Keep the equipment in proper running condition.
Fix damage to the equipment immediately and always replace broken parts.
Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.
DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of hazardous waste.
DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground, down a drain or into any water source.